How a student will complete University Honors depends on when they join the Lewis Honors College—whether as a first-year student, or through upper-level admission.
The Honors Curriculum is designed to help students develop as critical thinkers, engaged community members, and curious life-long learners. Through a series of small, discussion-based courses and special opportunities, Honors students experience an enhanced version of all that UK has to offer.
Students who enter as first-year students follow a curriculum that includes a foundational seminar, six hours of experiential learning, course work that integrates into the student’s Major and UK Core Requirements, and a senior thesis. Students work with their Honors Academic Advisor to chart their path through Honors in a way that compliments their interests, degree requirements, and career plans and that does not slow their time to degree.
Students who enter as second- or third-year students via the upper-level admission process complete a shorter curriculum.
